grand opening day at ghibli park ♡ japan vlog 2022 | grand warehouse, youth hill, dondoko forest ♡

[@dangokissu]

Fun fact: Hayao Miyazaki strictly ordered no cutting of any trees in the production of this park. He wanted kids to feel like they’re still playing in nature 🥺

[@sofiasalas2033]

💚💚💚

[@evers33n]

Yet another reason to love this man.

[@isabellelim2573]

Wait so how do they make way for paths?

[@quinnhouk5369]

Wow

[@jph4852]

It's built on the former site of the 2005 World Expo. I attended that event. I'd like to see how that part of Nagakute has changed (or preserved) since then.

[@NTWoo95]

This park clearly is more about "vibes" than "thrills", which is PERFECT for Ghibli

[@Elayzee]

It feels more like an Instagram park for people to take selfies at. I expect far more and better, in all honesty.

[@larafreitas5791]

@@Elayzee only the warehouse seems to be about taking pictures. the park itself seems to be mostly green areas, aka an actual park. looks beautiful

[@ArianaCapraro]

They should have a spirited away train ride 💙 something slow and quiet around the park. A pony boat ride on big toy boats⛵️ I love that it’s more of a park-park than a rides park but they could have a few more fun interactive things.

[@ALittleWarriorforChrist]

The fact it rained on opening day is the most Ghibli thing to happen for opening day.

[@sundus928]

More like Makoto Shinkai thing.😉

[@romimiux8056]

@@sundus928 i understood that reference lol

[@kurohkun4615]

I love how they create it with most of them still in nature like forest, its really fit in with Ghibli vibes

[@sergeigen1]

they built it on the grounds of an abandoned park, it had been left to grow on its own for years, and they left a lot of it wild

[@kurohkun4615]

@@sergeigen1 ohh, that's awesome... it looks great with all green and little lake in it, really like Ghibli... hope they built more in the future

[@sushi_111]

@@sergeigen1oo even better! as spirited away took place in an “abandoned park” !

[@lay8521]

Ghibli is a studio that respects and celebrates children. While characters and roller coasters are the stars of other studios' theme parks, children are the stars of Ghibli Park. There is a strong desire for Ghibli Park to be a park where children can spend their time doing what they want to do, rather than having their independence taken away by adults and themes. The "Mononoke no Sato" area is scheduled to be added in the fall of 2023, and the "Witches' Valley" area in March 2024. ゆっくり行きましょう👒

[@lenanana8]

This is gorgeous and magical beyond belief. I either need to move permanently to Japan or invent a teleportation device in record time. Also, I want to work there then I can just live in the Studio Ghibli universe and I don't have to worry whether the gift shop sells things online. But seriously though, the gift shop should sell online and worldwide, they will make millions!

[@lemonaulait]

it would be so nice if they would sell those goods online as well 😭 thank you so much for watching! 🤗

[@henry1050]

Watching this began to make me feel so nostalgic and melancholic. It took me back to the sense of wonder and excitement that I had when first exploring the fantastical worlds that Ghibli created during my youth. It made me a bit sad that I could no longer feel that same feeling after all these years, and as emotion started to well up inside I looked past my laptop through the window behind it that looks out over a charming view of Portuguese rooftops. I'm very far from home right now, and it occurred to me that I didn't lose that sense of wonder, it simply pushed me to explore more of our own beautiful and fantastical world... which I think is exactly what these films were all about. I've seen so many vistas and found so much magic within my every day life. I've explored not only my own heart, but the hearts of others and been able to cherish them all in my own way. Film is truly so powerful... I'm grateful to these people who have been able to bewitch and inspire with their art, and I sincerely hope I'm not the only one who's been touched in such a profound way.

[@beatrizbarcellos7557]

Where are you from :) ?

[@carnivorousd33r]

this is so true henry. i love childhood wonder.

[@johncooper4874]

Thanks for sharing this video. You can tell that the park designers really took their time and wanted to give guests the most immersive experience. The outdoor section looks stunning as well.

[@fifthrider]

With most places, rain on opening day would be a negative. Over here, it looks like a positive. You'd feel like waiting for a bus with Totoro.

[@romieanime4614]

Rain could be a bless or disaster actually. But rain is a very important symbol in Japanese culture. It represents cleansing and rebirth. It shows becoming new again.

[@Anasyub]

IM sobbing man i wish they can open this in other locations too around the world but I also don't want ghibli to become commercialised and lose its magic like disney one day ill visit japan and visit this

[@jameslasso1690]

Yes Disney has become greedy woke monster

[@Eggs_hatching]

I agree with the sentiment... but you realized Ghibli is one of the most popular commercialized world-wide media companies right? They were a global brand back when that was impressive

[@shuaibthesensei4553]

yes

[@Mister_Fancypants]

It won't work outside of japan

[@TuanBe-ni2ud]

@@Eggs_hatching but it not commercialize like disney, disney animation quality fall flat in the new century (exclude pixar), true that ghibli is now a global brand that so popular and has became a cultural icon but it still manage to keep it quality. Mr hayao is an artist that only make a feature film when he want to not because of money or something. This theme park is a proof, instead of a park like disneyland, ghibli chose a real park that have nothing like disney. Honestly, they could chose the other way and have a tons of money but they don't

[@ourabouras]

Ok this all does look gorgeous and immersive, and I expect as time goes by that warehouse might be turned into a proper museum, they might add parades of the character, and generally expand on their attractions, but like where’s the food??? The stories and the characters in Miyazaki’s films are wonderful but the food looks so amazing I swear I can smell the god’s market every time I watch Spirited Away. I was expecting an on-site bakery a la Kiki’s Delivery Service, a brunch place where Calcifer is the head chef, a cute little ramen shop, and the god’s market soup dumplings. I needs them!🥺🥺🥺

[@oslidd]

They might do something like that in the next "Valley of Witches" section that's coming on Fall 2023

[@mochamama3727]

On Japanese tv they said that they won't recreate the famous foods from the movies, as everyone's imagination is different and have a different idea about how those foods would taste. They don't want to ruin people's dreams. If that makes any sense.

[@ourabouras]

@@mochamama3727 that’s lame, so many people (including myself) have no idea what some of the foods are, especially from the god’s market. So many people will be traveling from all over the world to visit the park and it would’ve been such an amazing experience.

[@seekittycat]

Lots of KZbin videos teaching people how to make studio Ghibli food it's not as hard as you think!

[@galemead]

The fact that something this wholesome opened its doors in 2022 brings me such joy. I want a world where we can have more of this. Something created with love for no other purpose than to delight. Allowed to exist unmolested, just enjoyed. We don't have to tolerate other people spoiling things for everyone. I'm tired of rolling my eyes and saying "this is why we can't have nice things." I hope no one spoils Ghibli Park. I hope I get to see it someday. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. The video was so beautiful I cried and watched it twice.

[@behindthemaestrosdesk]

This place holds the magic and beauty of wonder, which holds in all of Ghibli’s masterpieces. Where you can find yourself in the spree of the magical worlds. I truly feel at ease now knowing this new Ghibli park is open. I can’t wait to go.. IT LOOKS AMAZING! The beauty which holds in all. Studio Ghibli 🍃💖

[@lemonaulait]

thank you for watching!!! yes!! it really felt like being inside of a ghibli movie in some areas!! 😊

[@decusq]

I feel like if i ever went there i would cry from just being surrounded by so much Ghibli exhibits

[@gjungart]

Same I started crying just watching this lmao

[@Itswithazok]

My thoughts exactly

[@channelorang3]

I’d be overwhelmed with happiness

[@SakuraTbh]

The Ariette area is absolutely magical 😭😭😭

[@evers33n]

There were so many incredible parts of the park! The meadow in Whisper of the Heart area and the stream in Totoro area felt straight out of a Ghibli movie! The Cat Bureau was adorable and perfectly cat sized. The giant Muta in the warehouse is incredibly friend-shaped. I love how Arrietty’s house is crafted from her POV. And the attention to detail in Yubaba’s office is INSANE! I love the attention paid to Whisper of the Heart and Arrietty, which are sadly overlooked. Overall, just one more thing to add to my bucket list.

[@momaw_C1-10P]

I went to the Ghibli Museum at the end of 2019 before all hell broke loose in the world and it was one of the most magical experiences of my life. I'm patiently waiting until 2024 when the theme park will be fully complete and will plan a trip back to Japan to see it. Thanks for the sneak peak of what the park is like so far.

[@carlyk756]

this made me so happy. like you said, the attention to detail was so heartwarming and the buildings made me tear up- it kind of brought out my inner child even though i never watched ghibli movies as a kid. thank you for the vlog, it was adorable!

[@larafreitas5791]

the gardens and green areas alone already justify a visit for me!!! the greenery in every studio ghibli film is so beautiful, being there on a sunny day must be amazing thank you for filming this for the rest of us 💜

[@lilindica1611]

the way i teared up during this videos the details are insane and so comforting to know i can relive my childhood memories again

[@zxtudio]

I am the point of rewatching stuff again. Lol I'm so grateful to finding this channel by chance.

[@ThemeParkOgre]

A theme park doesn't need rides to make it special, and this proves it! Thanks so much for sharing. Subscribed :)

[@larafreitas5791]

can you imagine if in the future they add a Ponyo-themed aquarium section? that would be the dream

[@m1jime]

This made me feel so at peace… I went to the Ghibli Museum a few years ago. It was beautiful but I love that this space is bigger and outside in nature 💞 can’t wait to see it someday

[@Guttergirl61]

So beautiful! This isn't a park with big rides & very loud music. It's about nature, magic, art and wonder!

[@yashabeans]

thank u for sharing ur experience! my chances of going there is very low so it's very nice to see people sharing their experiences in the park 💜 love how you captured it every moment is so pretty ^_^ really felt like i was at the park exploring

[@joshuapeterson3461]

I also love that it isnt particularly gimicky and more on point with how ghibli is calm and cute and connected to nature. cute video :)

[@breanamiller6819]

So lovely 😍 Thank you for showing off the new park! Hopefully it will be less busy and more relaxing next time!

[@lemonaulait]

thank you for watching!!! I hope so too!! 😊

[@UnwrittenSpade]

The rain make this much more magical I don’t think I’d enjoy it on a hot summer day

[@Mahtalliel]

If you like something magical :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGHMgYmVZ7mqoq8

[@ain7283]

My jealousy runs deep, I’m crying while watching this 😭 Thank you so much for sharing your visit to the park with us!!!

[@gwendolynrobinson3900]

I just wanna say how glad I am they have an Arietty area l. That's my favorite movie and is the most enchanting for me but seems to be really underrated so I was worried that one would be really sidelined, but I'm so happy to see what they'd done with that exhibit!

[@voltaireis]

I think the rain fits... reminds me of some of the iconic rainy scenes from the films

[@wnclumsy]

i could feel the joyful atmosphere through the screen 💛

[@sleepy_kat]

This is beautiful! Thanks for sharing your experience. I live far from Japan, and will not likely have the chance to visit the park. I appreciate the care you put into the video. Seeing the details of the buildings and park made me feel like I was there.

[@amoizz1]

I think the rain made the park even more scenic and pretty ❤I want to go one day !!

[@daveshif2514]

so cute the trees are actually the best part i think

[@Cool-eo1oe]

How exciting! Thanks so much for sharing. Everything is SOOOO cute! 😭💘 my heart feels like it is going to burst with how lovely it is. Hopefully it won’t be as stressful next time, I imagine here like be more people on the grand opening!

[@lemonaulait]

I think they sold the same amount of tickets regardless of the grand opening, so it seems like that's just how crowded it is 😭 I hope they'll change something bc the warehouse was actually really fun if you ignored the lines haha

[@alicemonstrinho]

Thank you for showing us the park, I was desperately looking for videos of it but couldn't find much, and yours was a great tour around this magical place. I specially love San and Shishigami amulets, they're beautiful!!! Hope I get to visit it too someday :)

[@lemonaulait]

yay thank you!!! I'm so glad you liked it 😊 I hope you can visit too!

[@Bohochic247]

Beautiful video! What music did you start playing at 3:35 it’s so soothing and fit the video so well!

[@にゃんこ-p4x]

愛知県に来てくれてありがとうございます😊 ジブリパークができると聞いた時から楽しみにしてました｡私も始めはアトラクションがあるってワクワクしてましたがその後スタジオジブリの方の話を聞いて納得しました｡2005年愛知万博の理念を継承し、自然の中にジブリパークがおじゃまさせてもらっていると、自然と共存していくという考えがとても素晴らしいと思いました｡派手なアトラクションはありませんが子供達が楽しめて、映画の中に入ったような気分になれて大人も子供の頃の気持ちに戻れる、ゆっくりと穏やかな気持ちになれる素敵な場所だと思います｡

[@aigoosoo5380]

you're right... the attention to detail looks absolutely insane 😵‍💫😵‍💫 i can't wait to visit one day... thank you for sharing your visit with us !!

[@OctaviaAtlas]

Ghibli Park looks incredible and seems to have a fantastic atmosphere. I'd visited the Ghibli Museum years ago. This park looks like an even more immersive experience. I hope I can go there one day. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@thekrapbook]

The Arrietty Area is sooo beautiful! I love the concept!

[@seekittycat]

A magical place to be in nature ❤️ to remind us all to love the beauty of nature

[@M4DD1_]

why did this ACTUALLY make me cry? 🥺

[@drmiteshtrivedi]

I feel like this is the only soundtrack I could listen to walking around Japan

[@メテオラ-k4z]

Sounds fun. I want to go too. The 18:19 acorn you bought is a bird call. Twist the ring to make the sound of a bird singing. If you use it skillfully in the forest, the birds may reply to you.

[@Dikahar]

Thank you for the vlog! It's amazing that there were more adult visitors than the children. I can easily see some people that may be in their 50s or more. Ghibli is truly ageless! I wish I can visit the park someday.

[@Rubyyrezaa]

It’s such a gorgeous park! I wish they would have added Marnie’s Mansion as an attraction tho.

[@enceprz]

ALSO SKSKS it's like stepping inside a live action set or the movie itself :'> so so happy to get to see glimpses and very very thankful for you for taking the time to film and edit :'>>>>>>>>

[@stargirl0005]

this is such a relaxing and pretty vlog i love it so much 😭

[@KellyMorita]

I love how everyone thinks Satsuki & Mei’s house is new but I was there 8 years ago when I lived in Nagoya 😆

[@lemonaulait]

Ahh you’re so lucky! It was always my dream to go as a kid, but I lived in Narita so it was too far to justify going 😭

[@Jon_from_LI]

Did they add anything to it, or were all of those little nick-knacks including the father's office, the tub, the mini-Totoro hole down below, always there?

[@DrewEverlong]

Thank you so much for showing me this! As I haven't been able to go due to lockdown! This was so amazing!

[@ayumitanggo2333]

😭😭❤️❤️ cryy..thankyou for the tour! felt so warm and happy just by watching your video❤️❤️.

[@lemonaulait]

thank you so much!!! you are so sweet 🥹🫶

[@edvaira6891]

This was lovely! Really nice music! My adult son is the Ghibli fan in our family, although I do appreciate some of the work…this seems like such a serene place, even though I do not really understand the significance of some of what you showed, I could still appreciate its artistry….We had to cancel our original trip to Japan (from our home in Southern California) originally planned for May 2022-perhaps we may finally be able to visit in late 2025…will definitely like to see this

[@Kuchenwurst]

The attention to detail is immaculate. Everything you see in the movie's locations, you can see in the on-site recreations. It seems to all be crafted with care for detail, attention and love. It is good to see that you, as a bit of a stranger to Ghibli's magical films, can recognize, value and appreciate this. :)

[@tkcldk]

your vlog is wonderful, it makes me feel like i'm there in person

[@lemonaulait]

yay thank you!!! I was hoping it would feel that way! 🤗

[@staceyt6466]

Thank you so much for showing us 😊 looks so beautiful

[@fortunecat4767]

Does anyone know the song at 3:34 ? Greetings from Germany 💞

[@LinkiChristianDoesSomeStuff]

This video with its music and atmosphere is magical...it makes me want to walk through nature with this music playing! If only I knew all of the songs played here...maybe I'll find them in a ghibli song playlist? Thank you for guiding us on this peaceful and nostolgic tour!! Maybe one day I can visit that park.

[@예스준]

I really wanted to go to Ghibli Park, but seeing the video made me want to go even more!! Thanks to you, I was very satisfied watching the video. so nice!!

[@shuaibthesensei4553]

So amazing to see the interior of the museum. I can't wait to go with my mom and sister in the summer!

[@ezzacarter743]

Aah to be there just strolling enjoying the atmosphere while listening to ghibli music would be a dream come true 💕

[@girlymusician]

Thank you so much for sharing!! I almost cried (lol). Also, totally felt the anxiety creeping in when you were showing the gift shop. Thank god you got some great souvenirs still!!

[@15puns]

This tour was so wonderful!! So unfortunate about the gift shop line tho, the merch looked so cute!!

[@livvylotl]

Ive been planning on going to japan for 4 years now, but havent been able to go because of covid.. however, knowing I can now go here as well makes the wait so worth it! Time to watch some movies with my dad 🥰

[@raindrops2223]

ciorekgnt seeing life sized representations of these movies from my childhood fr had me tearing up this is awesome

[@cloud5764]

badly wanna go there and live my ghibli life for a while. thank you for sharing, I enjoyed it a lot!

[@808mup]

not me actually crying during the arrietty part.

[@julietaalonso9475]

I had the opportunity to go just when Mei and Satsuki house was available. Loved it. The park was also free of people and no lines ❤. I hope in the future it gets easier to but the tickets 🎟️ all in one… Loved you videos, music and comments are so sweet! 😊

[@karinac4245]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I don't know if I'll ever be able to visit Japan, but this video was like I was there with you on that rainy day😌 Such a wonderful place

[@alann5003]

Thank you for including the cat returns. A very underappreciated movie.

[@ruhbi1912]

Truly I am crying with this video, I am a huge fan of Ghibli, and I am supposed to come this year but something happened with my family things and I need to postpone till 2024. Thank you for the virtual tour, at least I can see for the moment till I am there

[@TiffYG2133]

Lots of stairs I see so people with mobility problems don't get to enjoy the full park experience, what a bummer! It's still awesome though, thanks for the tour!

[@KristinaV16]

Thank you so much for filming this video 💜

[@kimh.4168]

Such a magical tour, thank you so much for taking us along 🌸✨🥰

[@imthelilbluemonster]

Really love the chill vibe! I feel like I could just walk around the place all day checking out every little detail. Love the little things you bought too!

[@esharose17]

Thank you for the tour!!! I wish I can visit there soon, and buy all kinds of things in the gift shop

[@Cloudy_Abyss]

Omg everything looks so amazing, LOVE arriettys room its so pretty! That 2 hour wait for the gift shop tho? Ouch

[@mousehousewithcheese]

not me crying because i want to go there so bad :') tysm for showing us around!!

[@MrKittyhead]

I’m not familiar with most studio Ghibli stuff, but I definitely respect their work. I love Ni No Kuni, and just the general style of Ghibli. Also, I feel like the rain would just add to the experience.

[@holzmischel577]

I just discovered your channel through this video. You definitely deserve more subscribers. This video was so well made☺️

[@bear4045]

The rain gave it Ghibli aesthetic it was like you were in the movies.

[@stealingphoenix7971]

Thank you so much for making the video! It made me feel so nostalgic and happy!

[@kat-rn3vc]

this was so relaxing to watch, i love every detail

[@EmmaAppleBerry]

Subscribed! Your channel is SO lovely and i really appreciate the slow relaxing vibes limited music and soft feeling to the whole thing feels like i can happily unwind to your videos with a hot drink and snuggle into a cosy spot. The subtitles are so lovely i hope you keep them forever the ds type game vibe they give off adds to the overall experience. 💖💖💖 best of luck i hope you get lots of kind subscribers and can really enjoy making videos~ 😊😊😊

[@totoro7318]

Beautiful video. I don’t understand why they don’t set up more check out registers. Waiting 2 hours to check out seems extreme even for an opening week. Looks amazing. I’m holding out till the remainder of the park is finished. Love your video. I just subscribed.

[@fox__fox]

Same reason why smart cities don't make more roads in a center to get more cars. Ghibli is not corporation. There is no goal to get more people and more sales. There is a goal to get people who REALLY want get there. That's the one of the reasons why there is no car parking at Ghibli park.

[@gjungart]

I loved watching this so much 😭 I love that for the most part it is a peaceful nature park with some Ghibli themed attractions placed throughout. The replicated houses and rooms are so cool. My favorite was Arriety's room where everything is giant. It makes me feel nostalgic for my child self, who would have wanted to live in there haha. I was thinking it would be neat if they had a theater in there where they screen different Ghibli films. But I also think about how Miyazaki wants to encourage people and especially children to spend time outside vs watching his movies, so maybe they won't do that. But I can't wait to see what other areas they add on in the future. I need to visit some day 💖 Also i love the music you put in the video.

[@heloisehess7827]

What a nice vlog ! I've just discovered your channel and I find it so relaxing. Thank you for sharing your trip ! If you don't mind, could you please tell us what music did you use around 3:36 and 5:40 ? Its VERY beautiful

[@mattaritokyo]

So cool you got tickets for the grand opening day and even for all three areas😍 I visited the Grand Warehouse last Friday and it was so crowded, too😂 and so difficult to film 😅but it was soooo amazing ❤

[@Wrathgir]

I really love this vibe of the park. Reminds me of all the wonderful films that the company made. It's amazing. Maybe one day I will venture over there and see it for myself.

[@meka4infinity]

Thank you for sharing your trip with us! I would love to visit this theme park someday, it's going on my bucket list. Everything looked so beautiful and magical, I loved all the trees and walkways too. The details were so special. I will make it a goal to visit!

[@chisanainoris5364]

I absolutely loved the bedroom from Arriety Society!!!

[@tricky2917]

Thank you for sharing this. I cried a bit, it's such a beautiful place that I'll likely never get to visit.

[@CestKanya]

thank you so much for making this vlog🥺💞

[@elireyna9464]

Looks super peaceful. I do hope they open up the tickets more and also...add some dark rides at least. Like we don't need rollercoasters but charming dark rides would make it way cooler IMO

[@rudyrudelaemmerhirt]

I’ve been to the original one five times, I can’t wait to get a chance to go to the new one hopefully in the future it looks beyond compare!

[@MrVireon]

Bucket List! Thank you 🙏 so much for sharing the experience!!!

[@aw1piece]

it will be great to come when the summer season

[@Artractive_]

Oh you are soo lucky!! 🥹 wow everything looks so magical! And there’s still a lot more construction to come. Can’t wait to visit Japan someday and go here!

[@callmewaves1160]

The protection amulet with No Face and with Princess Mononoke are my favorites